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Supreme Court News Briefs - December 6, 2024
Ethics
New York Times: Justice Neil Gorsuch Recuses From Case That Could Benefit Colorado Billionaire
Charlie Savage reports that Justice Gorsuch has “recused himself from a case that is set to be argued in days after ethics watchdogs and Democratic lawmakers urged him to step aside because the outcome will likely affect the financial interests of a billionaire to whom he has longstanding ties.”
Also covered by: The Hill
Slate: Don’t Mistake Neil Gorsuch’s Abrupt Recusal for Actual Ethics
Mark Joseph Stern argues that Justice Gorsuch’s decision to recuse from Seven County Infrastructure Coalition v. Eagle County should not be seen as a willingness to follow ethics guidelines. He notes the curious timing of the sudden recusal and a new report from the New York Times about Gorsuch’s opposition to ethics reform. He also notes that Gorsuch’s vote is likely not needed to curb environmental review in the case.
Judicial Nominations
Reuters: Biden's final New York judicial nominee lacks time to get confirmed
Nate Raymond reports on the nomination of Tali Farhadian Weinstein, who does not have a scheduled hearing on the Senate Judiciary Committee calendar and appears unlikely to be confirmed.
Oral Arguments
The Nation: The Supreme Court’s Hearing on Trans Rights Was Bigotry Masquerading as Law
Elie Mystal argues that “The conservative majority spent much of the oral arguments for US v. Skrmetti trying to erase the trans community.”
Reuters: US Supreme Court could allow broader curbs on transgender rights
Andrew Chung recaps oral arguments in Skrmetti.
Also covered by: Ms. Magazine,
New York Times: The Supreme Court Just Showed Us What Contempt for Expertise Looks Like
M. Gessen writes about oral arguments in Skrmetti and argues that the justices displayed a contempt for expertise on transgender medical care.
Washington Post: L.W., a trans teen from Tennessee, has her day in the Supreme Court
Casey Parks writes a profile of L.W., one of the trans teens from Tennessee who filed suit in Skrmetti against a law in the state that banned young people from taking puberty blockers and hormones.
General
Slate: Here’s What’s Been Going On at the Supreme Court While We’ve All Been Distracted
Shirin Ali writes about what has been going on at the Supreme Court over the last month, including recaps on cases about transgender rights, flavored vapes, and more.
Supreme Court News - Video - December 6, 2024
How Supreme Court decision could transform transgender health care | NBC News
Together we can hold the Supreme Court Accountable
Equal justice in America depends on an impartial Supreme Court, yet today, our highest Court is compromised. Designed to be a pillar of justice, the Court should stand above political influence, interpreting the Constitution with integrity and impartiality. However, a conservative majority has taken hold, prioritizing personal beliefs over constitutional principles. This imbalance threatens not only specific freedoms but the very foundation of our democracy.
The signs of this crisis are undeniable. The Supreme Court is mired in corruption, ethics scandals, and extreme political bias, casting a shadow over its ability to safeguard our fundamental rights. Critical issues—like abortion access, climate action, and fair elections—now hang in the balance. With this compromised Court, decades of hard-fought progress toward justice and equality are at risk of being undone. We cannot stand idly by as extreme rulings chip away at our rights and freedoms.
But the power to demand change lies with us. Across the nation, activists are rising up, calling for meaningful Supreme Court reform. Congress must act now to restore the Court's integrity by expanding the number of justices, enforcing term limits, and establishing a strong code of ethics. These reforms are vital to rebuilding trust in the Court and ensuring it works for all Americans—not just the powerful few.
The time to act is now. Together, we can fight for a fair and accountable Supreme Court that upholds justice for everyone.
Here's a list of actions People Power United activists can take to advocate for Supreme Court reform:
Contact Congress: Call, email, or write letters to your members of Congress urging them to support Supreme Court reforms, including court expansion, term limits, and a code of ethics.
Sign and Share Petitions: Find or create petitions demanding Supreme Court reform and share them widely on social media to gather support.
Use Social Media: Post regularly on social media to raise awareness, share critical facts, and debunk myths about Supreme Court reform.
Partner with Organizations: Collaborate with established advocacy groups focused on judicial reform, such as Demand Justice or the American Constitution Society.
Write Op-Eds and Letters to the Editor: Submit articles to newspapers and online publications to explain why Supreme Court reform is critical to preserving democracy and equal rights.
Engage in Peaceful Protests and Demonstrations: Participate in or organize protests outside courthouses, government buildings, or symbolic locations to draw attention to the cause.
Educate Through Workshops: Host or attend workshops to learn more about Supreme Court reform and teach others about its importance.
Lobby Your State Legislators: Advocate for state resolutions supporting Supreme Court reforms to increase pressure on Congress.
Create Informational Materials: Design flyers, infographics, or videos explaining the current Supreme Court problems and why reform is necessary.
Use Email Campaigns: Create or join email campaigns to send pre-written letters to legislators supporting reform.
Join National Days of Action: Participate in coordinated national days of action organized by reform groups to maximize collective impact.
Support Reform-Minded Candidates: Volunteer, donate, or campaign for political candidates who prioritize Supreme Court reform in their platforms.
Host Conversations: Start conversations within your community or online, emphasizing the impact of Supreme Court decisions on daily life and the need for accountability and reform.
The time for action is now. Each of us has a voice, and every voice matters in the fight for equal justice. In just one minute, you can send a message to your member of Congress, urging them to support reforms that uphold the rule of law. Together, we can demand a Supreme Court that truly represents justice and fairness for all. Join the fight for a, uncompromised Court—our democracy depends on it.
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